Kiln-Dried Birch Dimension Lumber
Kiln-dried birch dimension lumber, such as 2x6 boards, sawn and planed with a thickness exceeding 6 mm, sourced from Betula spp. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as it is wood sawn or chipped lengthwise, not further worked beyond planing or sanding. It is intended for structural interior applications like shelving.
Import Duty Rates by Country of Origin
| Origin Country | MFN Tariff | Surtaxes | Total Effective Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🇨🇳China | Free | — | Free |
| 🇲🇽Mexico | Free | — | Free |
| 🇺🇸United States | Free | — | Free |
| 🇩🇪Germany | Free | — | Free |
| 🇯🇵Japan | Free | — | Free |
More Specific Codes
This product may fall under a more specific subheading:
Alternative Classifications
This product could be classified differently depending on its characteristics or intended use.
If the wood is of maple (Acer spp.) rather than birch
Maple is a separate species group under the same subheading for sawn wood.
If the wood is of other non-coniferous species not specifically listed
Covers other hardwood species not named in the tariff.
If the wood is continuously shaped along any of its edges or faces
Continuously shaped wood (e.g., tongue-and-groove) falls under heading 44.09.
Not sure which classification is right?
The Tariff Assistant works through the GRI rules on your specific product to reach the right tariff item — and can price the duty on it in the same conversation.
Import Tips & Compliance
• Ensure the lumber is properly marked with the species (Betula spp.) and thickness exceeding 6 mm to avoid classification disputes
• Declare the value in Canadian dollars and keep mill certificates or invoices ready for CBSA inspection
• Verify if any provincial phytosanitary requirements apply to birch wood imports
Related Products under Tariff item 4407.96.00
Baltic Birch Cabinet Grade Planks
Baltic birch cabinet-grade planks from European Betula species, planed and end-jointed, with thickness exceeding 6 mm, for custom kitchen cabinet construction. This raw sawn wood is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as birch wood that has been sawn and minimally processed.
Baltic Birch Joinery Blanks
Baltic birch joinery blanks, rough sawn from European birch, peeled and end-jointed, exceeding 6 mm in thickness, for custom drawer sides and shelving. The product is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as birch wood that has been sawn or peeled, without further processing.
Baltic Birch Plywood Core Sheets
Baltic birch plywood core sheets, sawn and planed from European Betula pendula and Betula pubescens, sliced to thicknesses exceeding 6 mm, used as core material in plywood manufacturing. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as sawn birch wood, not yet assembled into plywood.
Betula papyrifera End-Jointed Birch Panels
End-jointed panels from paper birch (Betula papyrifera), sawn lengthwise over 6 mm thick, sanded for wall paneling. These panels are end-jointed and sanded, qualifying for tariff item 4407.96.00 as processed birch wood.
Betula Pendula Sawn Door Stiles
Betula pendula sawn door stiles, lengthwise chipped and planed, exceeding 6 mm in thickness, for interior door construction. The product is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as birch wood that has been sawn and planed, without additional shaping.
Birch Sawn Lumber Select Grade
Select grade sawn birch lumber, sliced lengthwise and sanded, over 6 mm thick, from Betula pubescens, used for musical instrument bodies. This product is classified under tariff item 4407.96.00 as birch wood that has been sawn and sanded, without further shaping.